Research Engineer, FAB, IME

A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES

Job Details

Join our dynamic FAB Operations team at A*STAR, where you will work on advanced semiconductor process technologies and contribute to impactful research and innovation.

Responsibilities

  • Handle and operate multiple tool types of semiconductor tool types in a cleanroom environment.
  • Working Location: One North or Ang Mo Kio
  • Use computer-based programs and applications to perform daily work and duties
  • Operate tools according to required process specifications and work out on setup multiple protocol for tool that handle. (e.g., procedures, change notifications, work instruction, etc.)
  • Actively participate in assigned on-the-job training and complete required trainings as requested.
  • Provide operation coverage and backup tool operations support when necessary.
  • Monitor tools output performance and communicate promptly with Engineers-in-Charge to support equipment error recovery to support project lots movement.
  • Demonstrate teamwork in executing process sequences and performing data collection when required.
  • Strictly follow safety protocols and cleanroom rules.
  • Maintain a 6S work environment and report hazards, suspicious, or abnormal activities promptly.
  • Identify and suggest improvements in wafer processing cycle time, equipment utilization, safety, compliance, consumable requirement and cost savings.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Microelectronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline.
  • > 6 years of experience in semiconductor fabrication processes (e.g., Photolithography, Etch, Thin Films, Diffusion, CMP, Metrology, bonder) preferred
  • Hands-on experience with semiconductor operations in a cleanroom environment will be an advantage.
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical writing skills.
  • Team player with good communication skills, the ability to work independently and need to guide a group of operators.
  • Self-motivated, dependable, and eager to learn in a fast-paced R&D environment with diverse challenges.